Research Fellow (Chemical Biology/Microbiology/Biomedical Engineering)

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) invites applications for the position of Research Fellow.

The Research Fellow will take on a significant role in Asst Prof QIAO YUAN's lab to drive Chemical Biology aspects to investigate gut microbiota-derived metabolites in the host.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design and development of protein biosensors/analytical methods to detect gut microbiota-derived metabolites.

• Responsible for chemical synthesis of bacterial metabolites and assay development for biological characterization.

• Play a part in the AI-assisted method development to optimize LC-MS/MS methodologies and software development.

Job Requirements:

• A recent PhD graduate with expertise in Chemical Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Engineering or related field.

• Must have research experience with molecular cloning, recombinant protein overexpression and purification, CRISPR-cas techniques for gene deletion and overexpression, mammalian cell culture. Prior experience in chemical synthesis and/or structural biology are preferred.

• Demonstrate strong publication track-record, as evidenced by at least first-author publication in high quality journals.

• Must have strong organizational, critical thinking, interpersonal skills.

• Must be highly motivated and independent and be able to supervise PhD/master students.

For more information about our laboratory, please go to

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.